Below Average

Score: 42/100

Salon Professional Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Howell, New Jersey 07731

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.

Outcomes

C+

58/100

Affordability

44/100

Resources

40/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

13/100

Quick Stats

143

Total Enrollment

N/A

Graduation Rate

92%

Retention Rate

25.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Salon Professional Academy Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $678,682
Avg rent near campus: $3,274/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 08527 (4.2% cap, Jackson)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

60%

Receive Any Aid

41%

Receive Pell Grants

45%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 84 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 55 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 13 grads/yr Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Salon Professional Academy's top programs commonly pursue.

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Student Demographics

143

Total Students

94%

Women

62%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 55%

Hispanic 29%

Black 11%

Asian 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 62%

25-64 (Adult) 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Salon Professional Academy?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend Salon Professional Academy?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Salon Professional Academy?

Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.

Is Salon Professional Academy a good school?

Salon Professional Academy has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Salon Professional Academy?

Salon Professional Academy has a total enrollment of 143 students.

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